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UK//breɪk hɑːd//US//breɪk hɑrd//

Meaning of Brake hard

To stop a vehicle suddenly and forcefully.

In simple words: To suddenly stop a vehicle quickly.

Brake hard in a sentence

  • She had to brake hard to avoid hitting the pedestrian.
  • The driver braked hard as the traffic light turned red.
  • In an emergency, you might need to brake hard to stop in time.
  • He had to brake hard because the car in front suddenly stopped.
  • Don't forget to brake hard when you see the stop sign.

How to use Brake hard

Use 'brake hard' when talking about stopping vehicles quickly. It's informal and suited for everyday conversation. Avoid it in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

brake hard + object (vehicle)

Memory hint

Think of a car slamming to a stop—brake hard!

Related words

Collocations with Brake hard

  • brake hard when needed
  • know when to brake hard
  • brake hard to avoid collision

Synonyms for Brake hard

  • stop suddenly
  • hit the brakes
  • slam the brakes

Common mistakes with Brake hard

  • Using 'break' instead of 'brake'.
  • Incorrectly conjugating 'brake' for tense.
  • Confusing 'brake hard' with 'brake softly'.

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Frequently asked questions about Brake hard

What does Brake hard mean?

To suddenly stop a vehicle quickly.

What is the definition of Brake hard?

To stop a vehicle suddenly and forcefully.

How do you use Brake hard in a sentence?

She had to brake hard to avoid hitting the pedestrian.

Can you give another example of Brake hard?

The driver braked hard as the traffic light turned red.

What are synonyms for Brake hard?

Common alternatives include stop suddenly, hit the brakes, slam the brakes.

What words go with Brake hard?

It commonly pairs with brake hard when needed, know when to brake hard, brake hard to avoid collision.

What are common mistakes when using Brake hard?

Using 'break' instead of 'brake'. Incorrectly conjugating 'brake' for tense. Confusing 'brake hard' with 'brake softly'.

How do you pronounce Brake hard?

US: //breɪk hɑrd//, UK: //breɪk hɑːd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Brake hard?

Use 'brake hard' when talking about stopping vehicles quickly. It's informal and suited for everyday conversation. Avoid it in formal writing.